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Finding happiness and purpose in life’s second half

June 12, 2022

Oddly enough, after writing my last post (https://rachaelhanel.me/2022/06/08/i-need-some-ideas/) , I read this great article by Arthur C. Brooks on happiness …

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I need some ideas

June 8, 2022

I’m in a position I haven’t been in for a loooooong time. I don’t know what to write next. I …

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5 ways to cultivate creativity

October 4, 2021

Image from https://pixabay.com/illustrations/creativity-colour-blob-embroidery-396268/ The semester is well underway, which means I have less time for my own writing. My goals …

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The beauty of persistence

April 20, 2021

Back before I had a book to my name, I would see published authors and feel this intense need/want to …

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What bold thing can you do today?

March 10, 2021

I love Jen Sincero! Her books and daily calendar inspire me. This particular quote really stood out. I did a …

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The dirty little “D” word

January 19, 2021

How often have you said, “It’s just easier if I do it myself!” It’s hard to give up control, I …

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A much-needed boost of confidence

January 5, 2021

I could use a boost of writing confidence, so I went back to the cards and notes I received after …

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The things you want are already out there

December 29, 2020

I’m a big fan of Jen Sincero, goddess of all things BadAss. I’ve read her books and had her daily …

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What are you hiding behind the mask?

December 14, 2020

What does a writer look like? What does a runner look like? What does a mother look like? What does …

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Keeping the faith, one dollar at a time

December 9, 2020

I sold three books recently and received this check for $37.80. I could buy a decent dinner for two or …

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